Isuzu Motors Limited | NHTSA Recall #14V735000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 14V735000 by Isuzu Motors Limited. Affecting model year 2012-2014 reach chassis manufactured july 26, 2011, to august 7, 2014 Includes 3,564 affected units, Brake Light Switch may Bend and/or Corrode, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2012-2014 reach chassis manufactured july 26, 2011, to august 7, 2014

Defect Summary

Isuzu manufacturing services of america (isuzu) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 reach chassis manufactured july 26, 2011, to august 7, 2014. in the affected vehicles, the brake light switch may be bent while braking, possibly causing it to not activate the brake lights and potentially corrode.

Corrective Action

Isuzu will notify owners, and dealers will apply a protector and a waterproof cover with an extension harness so that the switch cannot be bent or corroded, free of charge. parts are not currently available. owners will be sent an interim notification and then will be sent a second notice when remedy parts are available. isuzu issued an interim notification to owners on december 17, 2014. the manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. owners may contact isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 14V735000
Manufacturer: Isuzu Motors Limited
Report Received Date: 2014-11-18T00:00:00
Subject: Brake light switch may bend and/or corrode
Component: Exterior Lighting
Potentially Affected Units: 3,564

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Isuzu manufacturing services of america (isuzu) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 reach chassis manufactured july 26, 2011, to august 7, 2014. in the affected vehicles, the brake light switch may be bent while braking, possibly causing it to not activate the brake lights and potentially corrode.
Consequence Summary: If the brake light switch bends or corrodes, the brake light switch may become inoperative, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Isuzu will notify owners, and dealers will apply a protector and a waterproof cover with an extension harness so that the switch cannot be bent or corroded, free of charge. parts are not currently available. owners will be sent an interim notification and then will be sent a second notice when remedy parts are available. isuzu issued an interim notification to owners on december 17, 2014. the manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. owners may contact isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 88.66

Metadata

SID: row-9wf5-5drw~mhm2
NHTSA ID: 14V735000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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